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A good burger spot, worth a visit if you crave a burger and fries. Standard burger joint ambiance,…read moreclean and fast service, with lots of options. Much better than some other corporate burger joints. Keep eating, keep drinking, keep living!!!!!

Good vegan options, great bbq bacon burger, reasonable prices! will come back for sureread more

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Love this place, the turkey burgers and fries are so good. I tried chicken Caesar wrap this time…read moreand it was good, nothing outstanding. It's a burger shop so go for the burger(beef or turner). They also make a nice milkshake. The vibe is a cool diner style, great for eating there or take out. The staff is friendly, they forgot a part of my order, and offered me free delivery or pickup coupon. 2 burgers, chicken finger, chicken Caesar wrap, and 2 fries came to $52. Was able to feed 4 of us.

Amazing bbq burger. Cobb salad also great and a great size and low price. Seeet potato fries are…read morelike dessert with honey mustard so good

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Marilyn enjoying a burger

Good Mood

4.8(34 reviews)

4.6 mi

Highly recommend!…read more We've been a few times and I'm happy to say it's been great every time. Tacos and burgers are delicious but that milkshake, wow. We met the owner on our first time in and he was so friendly.

Came to two family parties where my cousin used this food truck and they were absolutely excellent…read moreboth times! I'm pretty sure I have tried everything on the menu at this point besides their veggie burger (which the family said they were delicious). The workers are very nice, burgers are great but the tacos are phenomenal. They are true to the name Good Food = Good Mood I wouldn't hesitate to order them for any event, they are great!

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Maloney's Pub & Grill

4.1(448 reviews)

5.4 mi

Love this place and the atmosphere-cute spot on the strip of Matawan. My sister had my niece's…read morecommunion celebration and the outdoor tent was so nice for my big family and the event. The staff was so helpful for any and everything we needed. The food is also so good whether you choose to have an event or sit inside and eat. Highly recommend!

Brunch, Great Food & 125+ Drafts? Yes, Please!…read more We stopped at Maloney's Pub & Grill in downtown Matawan for brunch, and let me tell you... this was the best idea ever! The first thing that grabs your attention when you walk in is the massive lineup of draft beers. Maloney's is known for its incredible rotating draft selection, with more than 125 taps featuring everything from IPAs and stouts to ciders, meads, Belgian ales, German lagers, and more. And if you're staring at that wall of choices thinking, "How in the world am I supposed to choose?" -- no worries! They're happy to let you sample a beer before committing. Now THAT is my kind of place! The restaurant has a really comfortable setup with plenty of seating. You'll find booths that are perfect for a date night, an open dining room for larger groups, outdoor seating when the weather cooperates, and of course plenty of seats at the bar if you just want to grab a drink and relax. And while the beer selection is definitely a major attraction, the food deserves just as much attention. Their menu goes well beyond typical pub food, with steaks, seafood, burgers, sandwiches, salads and more. They also offer Sunday brunch from 12-3 p.m. What We Ordered: Steak & Eggs A nicely grilled NY sirloin served with two eggs and home-fried potatoes. A classic brunch combination done right. Chicken B.L.T.A. Grilled chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado and ranch dressing. This was loaded with all the good stuff and packed with flavor. Salmon Piccata North Atlantic salmon fillet with lemon, capers and a white wine sauce, served with mashed potatoes. The lemon and caper combination really worked with the salmon. Blackened Ahi Tuna Salad Blackened ahi tuna over mixed greens with avocado, sesame seeds, red onion and a house lemon-herb vinaigrette. A great option if you're looking for something a little lighter without sacrificing flavor. Crispy Chipotle Chicken Sandwich Panko-crusted chicken breast with chipotle ranch spread, cheddar cheese, avocado, lettuce and tomato, served with tater tots. Crispy, creamy, cheesy and satisfying -- what's not to like? Everything came out hot, fresh and in a timely manner, which is exactly what you want when you're dining with a larger group ordering several different dishes. And honestly, just thinking about that meal has my mouth watering all over again! A special shout-out to our server Jeanette, who was fantastic. She was friendly, pleasant and attentive without hovering, checking on us throughout the meal and making sure we had everything we needed, including keeping those water glasses filled. Great service can make an already enjoyable meal that much better. Maloney's has been part of downtown Matawan since 2005, and I can definitely see why it has become a local destination. Whether you're stopping in for Sunday brunch, meeting friends for dinner, looking for a great burger or steak, or simply want to explore their enormous rotating beer selection, there's plenty here to keep you coming back. (maloneys⁠) If you're in the Matawan area and looking for a brunch spot with great food, a fun atmosphere and an unbelievable selection of drafts, put Maloney's on your list! We'll definitely be back -- next time, I'm exploring more of that beer list and trying something else from the menu!

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Stewart's Root Beer Drive-In

4.3(51 reviews)

4.5 mi

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Their hotdogs were crispy- tasty and all ingredients were fresh and delicious. Classic root beer…read moreand shakes are still a staple. They maintained their nostalgic style and I think from time to time you can catch a classic car night. Their staff was plentiful and eager to please. All tables and chairs are wiped down after each customer. Bathroom could use a facelift and some modern upgrades.

I was pretty impressed with the experience I had at Stewart's! First off, thought it was cool that…read morethey come to your car to take your order. They also put a tray on your window if you plan on eating in the car. The grilled chicken sandwich I ordered was pretty juicy. I also really enjoyed the milkshake -- they let me combine the chocolate and cookies and cream flavors. I had a bite of my friend's Jersey cheeseburger and it was also delicious! Only thing that was a miss for me was the bacon cheese fries. The fries themselves were meh, and the bacon was a bit chewy and had an overwhelming maple scent. Overall, pretty solid place to grab a quick bite on a nice day.

My '69 Buick Surfer Wagon @ Stewart's Root Beer Thursday Nite Car Show Great Food & Awesome Service!

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Root beer float 1/2 way point.

Lucy's Mexican American Restaurant

4.4(24 reviews)

7.5 mi

Stumbled on this place coming back from Sandy hook!…read more It definitely Mexican American because if the diverse menu options but their Mexican food is top tier. We were served free chips with salsa. Then we ordered calamari, chicken tortilla soup, quesabirria, pork belly tacos and churros. It was delicious. And the atmosphere ... so cute! Very beachy/marine decor with a Mexican vibe. Service was also great. We walked in on a rainy day and I mentioned it was cold since I was wet. The server kindly offered to turn the AC off. It was great.

I keep meaning to come to this place. I finally went on Cinco de Mayo and it was great. We were…read moreseated out back- outside and it was great. The views were great. I ordered the Street Corn Tacos and they were so good. I hope they put them on the menu permanently. It came with dips and it was so tasty. The service was great! They were very friendly and helpful despite it being a busy night.

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Burgers Shakes

3.0(2 reviews)

3.6 mi

Not only did this establishment not give the milkshake I paid for to my DoorDash driver, but when I…read morecalled, the employee who answered the phone was rude, put me on hold without telling me that's what she was doing, and then when the manager got on the phone he said I would have to drive there to get the shake. If I had transportation to get there I would not have paid an additional $12 to have it delivered!!!! Horrible customer service, the food was cold when it arrived, and the order was not correct. I work In the restaurant industry and I expect this place will not be around for long if they don't change up the customer service and expedite the food properly that people pay for.

Ordered Delivery through Grub Hub. What I received was a…read moreJuicy medium rare burger, Crispy Golden French Fries, A Frosty Vanilla milk shake and a box of the most incredible Zepoli I have ever had in my life..... Highly Recommended and will definitely be ordering this Bi weekly

Alternate Ending Beer Co.

4.1(199 reviews)

4.7 mi

Pizza is amazing and the beer is great too. It can get noisy so be prepared for that.read more

Alternate Ending Beer Co. has a fantastic ambiance with a wide party room in the back that will…read moreentertain little ones! With different games for little ones to play with and to entertain others as well there is a screen for movies. At this restaurant there is movie nights and scheduled events here which brings the wow factor here. The service here is well but with my experience we had to remind the waiter for our food and drinks. The food took a little longer than expected after asking upon where is was. The food is on the other hand is great with the burger and the appetizer here phenomenal especially the pretzel.

Aragula on pizza

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Detroit style pink pizza.

Burger Boys

4.0(64 reviews)

5.2 mi

Halal first and foremost!!! Super fast service and attentive and love their burgers. The six alarm…read moreis my go to duh

Went on a Friday night. There was no one eating there decided to try it. We ordered hotdogs a…read morehamburger and disco fries. there were a few fountain drinks unavailable looks like people come for takeout

Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Shake not good!

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Over cooked burger, no seasoning, bland

The Mosa Social

4.4(39 reviews)

4.8 mi

The brunch experience here is fun, more like a party than a brunch. I was unable to eat (too much…read morecross contamination and no options) but I had fun. The service was more about the drinks than food and they made a big fuss about champagne bottles. If you want to dance and drink, I recommend this, but not for the food or for anyone looking for a quiet brunch or place to talk.

The best brunch in New Jersey without question. I traveled from NY to the Garden Staten to come to…read morethis AMAZING brunch. Well worth the tolls. Let's talk about the buffet Breakfast Omelettes French toast Sausage Bacon Homefries Let's talk about the all you can drink Mimosa! Cranberry Mososasssss Beer Regular mosas Service Really attentive and lovely service by Natalie. What sweetiepie. $45pp PLUS tax and tip. DJ is jammin and I looooooveee the music. Perfect for a bday!! Or divorce party/wedding brunch/girls brunch. Well, well, worth it

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Jema G.

11 years ago

This ihop is our family's go to place for late breakfast on the weekend sometimes. We were here about 5 times in the last few years and always were sitted promptly, waiters were attentive , friendly and polite. We usually atick to the menu we know we already love - sirloin tips, chicken Caesar salad, chicken florentine crepes, belgium crepes and some variations of omlets. Food is always delicious, fresh, and satisfying for adults and kids. read more

Anna A.

10 years ago

We came here on a Saturday mid morning after a family 5k run. The wait was estimated 20 minutes and they were accurate about it. Our server Patrick was awesome. The kids were starving after the 5k and the server could tell lol Luckily the food came out super fast!! We ordered a variety of pancakes and omelets. I ordered the veggie omelet - it was good. Everyone was happy. Good time. read more

Johnny D.

11 years ago

I really love breakfast and so far this is one of the best place I have ever visited. All are perfect. The crew is also accommodating and place is so relaxing. I love the most are there pancakes. very delicious and perfectly cooked. I wish I could it more the last time I visited this place, but I am still planning to go back to this place to eat more. hehe! read more

Philip M.

11 years ago

Love IHOP. Family and I have visited this location many times over the years. Food is fresh flavorful and well prepared. Servers are young but friendly and on point. One of the newer and clean IHOPs I have visited. read more

Julia S.

7 years ago

chocolate chip pancakes were very good but the sides are not worth the price. if they gave a little more or costed a little less, it would be perfect. other than that delicious! read more

Sheila T.

8 years ago

Went here with my niece. Very good service, but I wasn't crazy about the omelette I ordered. The food also came out room temperature, I would have preferred it to be hotter. read more

Shiyang S.

4 years ago

This is the worst place ever! Waited for the food for almost 40 minutes, and server was not very nice. Don't come here to eat, don't recommend this place! read more

Joey B.

10 years ago

i took some mints they bugged out pancakes werent even that good mediocre read more

Joan B.

13 years ago

Great food fast service and very clean

Gavin C.

11 years ago

Good food. Friendly efficient service.

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